Question

Divide the quantity $320 in the ratio 5:3

Answer 1

$200 and $120

Explanation:

Let the parts be 5x and 3x. Then,

5x + 3x = $320

8x = $320

x = $40

Now, the parts are:

5x = 5×$40 = $200

3x = 3×$40 = $120

Hence, the parts of $320 are $200 and $120.